Results-driven Academic Coach with expertise in educational planning and performance assessment. Proven ability to motivate students and enhance learning outcomes through effective communication and tailored support. Strong problem-solving skills contribute to fostering academic growth and success.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Academic Coach
Public Schools of Robeson County
Lumberton
10.2021 - Current
Teach, model, and facilitate research-based best practices within the school's instructional program.
Assisted teachers with the collection and analysis of data results.
Demonstrated effective knowledge of intervention programs and research-based best practices for teachers.
Evaluated student achievement and assist with the determination and placement of students in the appropriate intervention and support service(s).
Identified needs and make recommendations for appropriate instructional materials and assessments that directly support and align to the North Carolina Standards.
Met regularly with Professional Learning Community (PLC) teams and the building principal to report on instructional practices and progress while also planning for 'next steps' of student and school improvement.
Collaborated with teachers to identify the instructional needs of students, to set learning goals and targets, and to problem-solve with teachers to develop best practices for continuous academic growth of students.
Provided professional development on best practices across the curriculum.
Provided specific integration and differentiation strategies that enable teachers to meet the needs of all learners.
Developed and provide materials for teachers.
Collected, analyzed and interpreted data to inform and to focus efforts on increased student achievement.
Language Arts Teacher
Hoke County Schools
Raeford
10.2014 - 10.2021
Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
Kept the classroom organized, clean, and safe for all students and visitors.
Taught age-appropriate spelling techniques, grammar rules and language skills.
Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
Cultivated relationships with parents for a complete support network.
Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
Encouraged independent thought, good judgment and expression of original ideas.
Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
Integrated technology into the classroom as instructional tools, such as Smartboard.
Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
Assisted 6 children per station during small-group learning periods.
Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support the needs of all students.
Teacher Assistant
Hoke County Schools
Raeford
12.2012 - 08.2013
Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety and security.
Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
Oversaw students in the classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teachers.
Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper and crayons.
Education
Master in School of Administration -
Gardner Webb University
Boiling Springs, Nc
12.2024
Master of Arts - Education: Family And Community Services
Ashford University
San Diego, CA
05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - English
Newberry College
Newberry, SC
05.2012
Skills
Lesson plan implementation
Lesson planning
Student assessments
Individualized instruction
Problem-solving skills
Data analysis
Response to intervention understanding
Literacy skills
Curriculum development
Instructional design
Effective communication
Team collaboration
Accomplishments
Supervised grade level team of teachers for 3 years.
Commended for exemplary teaching and service to students.
Collaborated with a team of teachers in the development of the school SIT team plan for 4 years.
Participated in revamping Curriculum guide for English Language Arts middle grades 6-8.
Graduated from Relay School of Education.
Completed LETRS training.
Timeline
Academic Coach
Public Schools of Robeson County
10.2021 - Current
Language Arts Teacher
Hoke County Schools
10.2014 - 10.2021
Teacher Assistant
Hoke County Schools
12.2012 - 08.2013
Master in School of Administration -
Gardner Webb University
Master of Arts - Education: Family And Community Services